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We look in detail at all the points you need to consider and the documents you need when employing staff, casual workers and freelancers / contractors.

A comprehensive guide to Service Companies and VAT for people working in the entertainment industry.

As a freelance consultant, you’re now the master of your trade, as well as the master of your own destiny. Here's what you need to know to get started!

How do you find work to get the ball rolling as a consultant, and continue to get the kind of clients that will keep inviting you back?

Talk positively about the great things you've done, and win clients over. Our jargon-free advice on creating a great freelancer portfolio or contractor CV.

Bad news if you were intending to pay off your Self Assessment tax bill with a personal credit card - this will no longer be an option as of 13th January.

As a plumber, you can claim tools and business equipment back as an expense, but how do you what you can and can't claim?

We take a closer look at the differences between unsecured and secured business loans, to help you decide which may be better suited to your business.

Whether you're a freelancer, contractor or employee, you're still protected to a variety of workers rights. Our guide explores the law around this.

Why use online accounting software when you can download an Excel spreadsheet for free? Well, the reasons are numerous.

Anyone who is defined as a 'worker' is entitled to a selection of workers rights. We look at the minim wage, overtime, equal pay and unpaid experience.

This bumper article gives practical tips and advice on how to develop from a freelance newbie into a freelance veteran.